Vitus Escarpe 290 PRO 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,816$
Weight | 12.64 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 135mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RCT3
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Groupset X01, X1 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 152cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed 6061-T6 Aluminium, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 135mm Travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RCT3, Solo Air, 150mm Travel, Ø35mm Tapered Wall Aluminium Stanchions – Low Friction Anodize Fast Black, External Rebound & Low Speed Compression Damping, Tapered Aluminium Steerer, 15mm Maxle Lite Thru Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT3, 190mm x 51mm, Custom tune HVI ML S 320
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01
Shift Levers
SRAM X1, 11-Speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1180, 10t-42t, 11-Speed
Crank
SRAM X01, X-SYNC, 170mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM, GXP (BSA)
Chain
SRAM PCX1, 11-speed
Chain Guide
E.Thirteen XCX+ 105
Wheels
Front Hub
Mavic Crossmax XL, 6 Bolt - 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Mavic Crossmax XL, 6 Bolt - 6 Bolt, XX1/142mm x 12mm
Rims
Mavic Crossmax XL, 29
Spokes
Mavic Crossmax XL
Tires
WTB Vigilante TCS, Dual DNA Compound, UST Aramid Bead, Front: 29” x 2.3” , Rear: 29" x 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M785, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Funn Strippa, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, 0 Degree Rise, 45mm Extension
Handlebar
Nukeproof Warhead, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 20mm Rise, 760mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5, Zero Stack (NO.57), 1.1/8” – 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus, Ti-Rails
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 125mm Drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 344 mm | 344 mm | 344 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 729 mm | 750 mm | 771 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 105 mm |
| Stack | 617.2 mm | 626.47 mm | 635.74 mm | 645.02 mm |
| Reach | 406.73 mm | 429.08 mm | 446.42 mm | 463.76 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1150 mm | 1176 mm | 1197 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Escarpe 290 PRO belongs to the Vitus Escarpe model. Vitus launched 77 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 290 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1823$. Vitus Escarpe PRO 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 4378$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4378$. In conclusion, this bike price is 58.51% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Vitus Escarpe 290 PRO it’s weighing 12.64 kg (27.87 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 2.69% more than Escarpe 290 PRO.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike RCT3 model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch RT3 model, with a travel of 135mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The Escarpe 290 PRO 2015 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Escarpe 290 PRO comes in 4 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 199 cm (4.99 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Vitus Escarpe 290 PRO comes with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.